David Gray is a master of the acoustic guitar and a fine folk-rock musician. He is a British singer-songwriter who became popular a few years into his career in 1999. Gray's music and live shows have appealed to international audiences and tickets to these concerts sell out all over the world. If you are a fan of folk-pop or indie rock, you will surely enjoy this fusion of those genres and become an instant David Gray fan after seeing him perform.
Born in Manchester, England in 1968, David Gray got started early playing gigs all over the UK and Ireland. As he gained popularity in the late nineties his music moved from its primarily acoustic beginnings into a more electronic and passionate form. His first number one hit album was White Ladder in 1999. Songs like 'This Year's Love' and 'Babylon' helped the record on its climb to number one on the UK charts.
His music continued to impress fans with its earnest lyrics and cathartic rhythms, and his album A New Day at Midnight rose to the top of the charts. Mixing samples with the acoustic elements of his music had a sublime effect on his already sophisticated and wistful style. David's music grew stronger and more powerful over the years and earned him the attention of fans and musicians alike.
Gray's albums have done well on the Billboard Charts as well as the Top Internet Album charts. His live persona is endearing and friendly, making his shows the fullest and best representation of his music. You should give his 2005 album Life In Slow Motion a listen, and get tickets to see David Gray in concert. Everyone loves this Brit and his amazing acoustic guitar.